July 4th fireworks sales underway

Updated 11:13 pm, Monday, June 24, 2013

Angelo Rizo stocks the shelves Saturday Dec. 21, 2013 at the Mr. W Fireworks Warehouse at the intersection of IH-37 South and Loop 1604.

Angelo Rizo stocks the shelves Saturday Dec. 21, 2013 at the Mr. W Fireworks Warehouse at the intersection of IH-37 South and Loop 1604.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas, San Antonio Express-News

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People buy fireworks Sunday Dec. 30, 2012 at the Alamo Fireworks stand in the 2800 block of Pue Road.

People buy fireworks Sunday Dec. 30, 2012 at the Alamo Fireworks stand in the 2800 block of Pue Road.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas, San Antonio Express-News

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Fernando Palacios (from left), Aaliyah Palacios, 9-months, and Jennifer Luna shop for fireworks from Freddy Ramirez Saturday Dec. 21, 2013 at the Mr. W Fireworks Stand at the intersection of IH-37 South and Loop 1604. less

Fernando Palacios (from left), Aaliyah Palacios, 9-months, and Jennifer Luna shop for fireworks from Freddy Ramirez Saturday Dec. 21, 2013 at the Mr. W Fireworks Stand at the intersection of IH-37 South and ... more

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas, San Antonio Express-News

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FILE - In this June 25, 2012 file photo, Jaylie Lord, 6, talks on her mother, Kristy Lord's, phone, while spending the day with her selling fireworks at a Mr. W Fireworks stand in Odessa, Texas. The easing of drought conditions around Texas means fewer burn bans and more fireworks this year. less

FILE - In this June 25, 2012 file photo, Jaylie Lord, 6, talks on her mother, Kristy Lord's, phone, while spending the day with her selling fireworks at a Mr. W Fireworks stand in Odessa, Texas. The easing of ... more

Photo: AP

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Maria Sandoval (left) and Gloria Estrada wheel their cart full of fireworks to the checkout counter at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A 4th of July ban on fireworks has been lifted for New Years Eve. The store has seen brisk sales since opening Dec. 20.

Maria Sandoval (left) and Gloria Estrada wheel their cart full of fireworks to the checkout counter at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A 4th of July ban on fireworks has been lifted for New Years

Customers buy firworks at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A July Fourth fireworks ban has been lifted.

Customers buy firworks at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A July Fourth fireworks ban has been lifted.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The Express-News

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Customers buy firworks at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A July Fourth fireworks ban has been lifted.

Customers buy firworks at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A July Fourth fireworks ban has been lifted.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The Express-News

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Maria Sandoval looks over a full basket of fireworks she and friends were purchasing at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A 4th of July ban on fireworks has been lifted for New Years Eve. The store has seen brisk sales since opening Dec. 20.

Maria Sandoval looks over a full basket of fireworks she and friends were purchasing at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A 4th of July ban on fireworks has been lifted for New Years Eve. The store

Customers buy firworks at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A July Fourth fireworks ban has been lifted.

Customers buy firworks at the Mr. W. Fireworks stand along U.S. 90 West. A July Fourth fireworks ban has been lifted.

Photo: For The Express-News, Robin Jerstad

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We gathered up the San Antonio Express-News photographers' best shots from past July Fourth celebrations around San Antonio. Enjoy the show!

We gathered up the San Antonio Express-News photographers' best shots from past July Fourth celebrations around San Antonio. Enjoy the show!

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Stars and Stripes over San Antonio marks the Fourth of July with fireworks at HemisFair Park on Thursday, July, 4, 2013.

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Red, white and blue fireworks fill the sky as Cornerstone Church celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Red, white and blue fireworks fill the sky as Cornerstone Church celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: MARVIN PFEIFFER, San Antonio Express-News

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Red, white and blue fireworks fill the sky as Cornerstone Church celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Red, white and blue fireworks fill the sky as Cornerstone Church celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: MARVIN PFEIFFER, San Antonio Express-News

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Red, white and blue fireworks fill the sky as Cornerstone Church celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Red, white and blue fireworks fill the sky as Cornerstone Church celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: MARVIN PFEIFFER, San Antonio Express-News

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Red, white and blue fireworks fill the sky as Cornerstone Church celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Red, white and blue fireworks fill the sky as Cornerstone Church celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2013.

Photo: MARVIN PFEIFFER, San Antonio Express-News

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Fireworks burst next to the Tower of the Americas during the Stars and
Stripes over San Antonio inaugural event on Wednesday, July 4, 2012.

Fireworks burst next to the Tower of the Americas during the Stars and
Stripes over San Antonio inaugural event on Wednesday, July 4, 2012.

Photo: Lisa Krantz, San Antonio Express-News

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Children swim and people watch fireworks from the Hilton Palacio del Rio pool during the Stars and Stripes over San Antonio inaugural event on Wednesday, July 4, 2012.

Children swim and people watch fireworks from the Hilton Palacio del Rio pool during the Stars and Stripes over San Antonio inaugural event on Wednesday, July 4, 2012.

Photo: Lisa Krantz, San Antonio Express-News

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Fireworks burst next to the Tower of the Americas during the Stars and Stripes over San Antonio inaugural event on Wednesday, July 4, 2012.

Fireworks burst next to the Tower of the Americas during the Stars and Stripes over San Antonio inaugural event on Wednesday, July 4, 2012.

Photo: Lisa Krantz, San Antonio Express-News

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Fireworks go off at the San Antonio Star Soccer Complex after a North
American Soccer League (NASL) match between the San Antonio Scorpions
and the Edmonton Eddies on July 4, 2012, at Heroes Stadium in San
Antonio. less

Fireworks go off at the San Antonio Star Soccer Complex after a North
American Soccer League (NASL) match between the San Antonio Scorpions
and the Edmonton Eddies on July 4, 2012, at Heroes Stadium in San ... more

Photo: JOHN ALBRIGHT, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Fireworks go off at the San Antonio Star Soccer Complex after a North American Soccer League (NASL) match between the San Antonio Scorpions and the Edmonton Eddies on July 4, 2012, at Heroes Stadium in San Antonio. less

Fireworks go off at the San Antonio Star Soccer Complex after a North American Soccer League (NASL) match between the San Antonio Scorpions and the Edmonton Eddies on July 4, 2012, at Heroes Stadium in San ... more

Photo: JOHN ALBRIGHT, For The San Antonio Express-News

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Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas/eaornelas@express-news.net

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Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas/eaornelas@express-news.net

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Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas/eaornelas@express-news.net

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Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas/eaornelas@express-news.net

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Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Fireworks explode on Sunday, July 4, during the 2010 Randolph AFB Independence Day fireworks show.

Fireworks explode over a replica of the Taj Mahal at Randolph AFB on Friday, July 4, 2008.

Fireworks explode over a replica of the Taj Mahal at Randolph AFB on Friday, July 4, 2008.

Photo: William Luther/wluther@express-news.net

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Eric Martinez, 21, and his girlfriend Rosanna Villa, 21, decided to go to the Missions game as a date to watch the fireworks on July 4, 2007.

Eric Martinez, 21, and his girlfriend Rosanna Villa, 21, decided to go to the Missions game as a date to watch the fireworks on July 4, 2007.

Photo: Express-News File Photo

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Spectators record the start of the Woodlawn Lake fireworks display with camera phones on Wednesday, July 4, 2007.

Spectators record the start of the Woodlawn Lake fireworks display with camera phones on Wednesday, July 4, 2007.

Photo: Tom Reel/treel@express-news.net

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Spectators record the start of the Woodlawn Lake fireworks display with camera phones on Wednesday, July 4, 2007.

Spectators record the start of the Woodlawn Lake fireworks display with camera phones on Wednesday, July 4, 2007.

Photo: Tom Reel/treel@express-news.net

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The American Flag flown by the Woodlawn Sail Club stands as fireworks pierce the sky over Woodlawn Lake on Wednesday, July 4, 2007.

The American Flag flown by the Woodlawn Sail Club stands as fireworks pierce the sky over Woodlawn Lake on Wednesday, July 4, 2007.

Photo: TOM REEL, SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS

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The American Flag flown by the Woodlawn Sail Club stands as fireworks pierce the sky over Woodlawn Lake on Wednesday, July 4, 2007.

The American Flag flown by the Woodlawn Sail Club stands as fireworks pierce the sky over Woodlawn Lake on Wednesday, July 4, 2007.

Photo: Tom Reel/treel@express-news.net

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A spectator watches the fireworks display at Woodlawn Lake on Tuesday, July 4, 2006, from under the cover of an umbrella as rainy skies put a damper on the celebration.

A spectator watches the fireworks display at Woodlawn Lake on Tuesday, July 4, 2006, from under the cover of an umbrella as rainy skies put a damper on the celebration.

Photo: Tom Reel/treel@express-news.net

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Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Photo: Lisa Krantz/lkrantz@express-news.net

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Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Photo: Lisa Krantz/lkrantz@express-news.net

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Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Photo: Lisa Krantz/lkrantz@express-news.net

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Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Photo: Lisa Krantz/lkrantz@express-news.net

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Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Henry Guzman, 11, Jessica Guzman, 12, and Frank Guzman, 11, watch the fireworks during Hope Events' Freedom Reigns, an Independence Day celebration hosted by First Assembly of God on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Photo: Lisa Krantz/lkrantz@express-news.net

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A little girl on her dad's shoulders to watch the Independence Day fireworks display after a Missions game at Wolff Stadium on Monday, July 4, 2005.

A little girl on her dad's shoulders to watch the Independence Day fireworks display after a Missions game at Wolff Stadium on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Photo: Tom Reel/treel@express-news.net

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A little girl on her dad's shoulders to watch the Independence Day fireworks display after a Missions game at Wolff Stadium on Monday, July 4, 2005.

A little girl on her dad's shoulders to watch the Independence Day fireworks display after a Missions game at Wolff Stadium on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Photo: Tom Reel/treel@express-news.net

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A little girl on her dad's shoulders to watch the Independence Day fireworks display after a Missions game at Wolff Stadium on Monday, July 4, 2005.

A little girl on her dad's shoulders to watch the Independence Day fireworks display after a Missions game at Wolff Stadium on Monday, July 4, 2005.

Photo: Tom Reel/treel@express-news.net

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Jeffrey Jordan (left) and Brandon Haynes watch fireworks light up the night over Woodlawn Lake during the Independence Day celebration on Sunday, July 4, 2004.

Jeffrey Jordan (left) and Brandon Haynes watch fireworks light up the night over Woodlawn Lake during the Independence Day celebration on Sunday, July 4, 2004.

Photo: Billy Calzada/gcalzada@express-news.net

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Jeffrey Jordan (left) and Brandon Haynes watch fireworks light up the night over Woodlawn Lake during the Independence Day celebration on Sunday, July 4, 2004.

Jeffrey Jordan (left) and Brandon Haynes watch fireworks light up the night over Woodlawn Lake during the Independence Day celebration on Sunday, July 4, 2004.

Photo: Billy Calzada/gcalzada@express-news.net

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Spectators watch the Independence Day fireworks show at Woodlawn Lake on July 4, 2003.

Spectators watch the Independence Day fireworks show at Woodlawn Lake on July 4, 2003.

Photo: Express-News File Photo

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Michael Granado watches the Independence Day fireworks show at Woodlawn Lake on July 4, 2003.

Michael Granado watches the Independence Day fireworks show at Woodlawn Lake on July 4, 2003.

Photo: Express-News File Photo

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The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower steeples frame the fireworks display at Woodlawn Lake on Friday, July 4, 2003.

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower steeples frame the fireworks display at Woodlawn Lake on Friday, July 4, 2003.

Photo: Express-News File Photo

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The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower steeples frame the fireworks display at Woodlawn Lake on Friday, July 4, 2003.

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower steeples frame the fireworks display at Woodlawn Lake on Friday, July 4, 2003.

Photo: Express-News File Photo

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San Antonians take in the fireworks display as part of the annual Independence Day celebration at Woodlawn Lake on Thursday, July 4, 2002.

San Antonians take in the fireworks display as part of the annual Independence Day celebration at Woodlawn Lake on Thursday, July 4, 2002.

Photo: Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

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Joseph Flores, who lives two blocks away from Woodlawn Lake, holds his American Flag as he does every year as fireworks light up the sky at the Independence Day Celebration at Woodlawn Lake on Wednesday, July 4, 2001. less

Joseph Flores, who lives two blocks away from Woodlawn Lake, holds his American Flag as he does every year as fireworks light up the sky at the Independence Day Celebration at Woodlawn Lake on Wednesday, July ... more

Photo: Bob Owen/rowen@express-news.net

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July 4th fireworks sales underway

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With July 4th approaching, retail sale of fireworks has begun in Bexar County.

Sales in unincorporated areas of the county started Monday and continue through midnight on July 4th.

This year's weather conditions won't force limits on some types of fireworks. Earlier this month, the Bexar County fire marshal reported that conditions weren't dry enough to warrant mandatory limits on rockets and missiles, although some retailers voluntarily don't sell those items during dry or windy conditions.